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The spirit of Christmas was felt so strongly at the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf launched The Giving Journal 2017. It was the same feeling we had last year as we were once again invited to see how CBTL has gone a long way not just being one of the top coffee shops but also for being so generous for years partnering with Habitat for Humanity and the Real LIFE Foundation, an organization committed to serving the poor through education, character development, and community service.

Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, born in Brentwood, California in 1963, started through selling roasted gourmet coffees and teas. It was an inspiration of numerous outstanding coffee shops as Henry and Mona Hyman traveled all throughout Europe. Less than twenty years later they went on from gourmet coffee to inventing beverages. It's Original Ice Blended line is a pioneer which started the whole frozen coffee revolution. Now, CBTL has nearly 100 branches nationwide ever since it arrived in the Philippines in 2003.

The Giving Journal 2017

The Giving Journal 2017 edition has four covers. These four covers represent CBTL's commitment of giving back through promoting goodwill and social responsibility. CBTL aims to remind people of what the #SeasonOfGiving has always been about. The Giving Journal 2017 desires to be an inspiration to start a journey of giving.

The Giving Journey with Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf

Within the Giving Journal, each month is a sketch showing CBTLs commitments inspiring each individual to join their advocacies with their partner organizations, one of which is the Real LIFE Foundation, the Giving Journal beneficiary since 2011. The Real LIFE Foundation focuses on giving education, and every Giving Journal redeemed is giving chances for scholars to take flight.

How to get your own The Giving Journal 2017?

Start collecting your stamps and let your Giving Journey begin. Get your stamp card in all Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf stores. Each stamp card has 12 circles with corresponding purchased drink assignments. All 12 stamps must be accumulated in one stamp card to claim the Journal. A box of CBTL capsules gives you two stamps, while any CBTL Single Serve Beverage System purchase allows you to claim the Giving Journal.

The Giving Journal 2017 is available in 4 colors- rose, purple, gray, and turquoise.

Just right after the history and the Journal were presented, CBTL made the experience blissful and sweet as they asked us to design sugar cookies they prepared to be given to the kids. Thank you once again CBTL for reminding us the true spirit of Christmas.. the real meaning of #SeasonOfGiving. Hurry and get your Giving Journal 2017 and begin your Giving Journey.

Hello, guys! So I wanna share another first for me... COOKING! I may have been a mom for 4 years now but I really never learned to cook. I know it's not my forte. So let me thank Flying Ace Corp. for giving me an opportunity to try out something different.

I tried to cook my favorite Tuna Carbonara but found out it's called Alfredo if there's no egg in the recipe. So here's Penne Pasta Tuna Alfredo Ala Maria Theresa (LOL)

So first I sauteed the garlic and onions with Doña Elena olive oil then I added the evaporated milk and the cream. I mixed them and waited for it to boil. Then I added the drained tuna flakes and the cheese, seasoned it with a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper. I mixed them well. Poured the sauce at the cooked Doña Elena Al Dente Penne Pasta and I am done!

This was really special because I cooked pasta for the first time for my family on my daughter's 3rd month small celebration. I never thought they all liked it. It was all gone in 5minutes literally. It was a great experience because the pasta was chewy and was not overcooked. Thank God. And I never have to include butter to my ingredients because the olive oil was enough.

Thank you again, Doña Elena of Fly Ace Corp., for letting me explore new things. Things that I thought I cannot do.

On th e 5th of November, I was one of the attendees of Lancris Residences Investors Night and was glad to be presented with the wonderful projects they currently have. Investors and media partners gathered around to hear the good news.

The investors night was presented by Jigger Cunanan, the Assistant Vice President of Land Cris Somerset Development Corporation and Emmanuel Torre, Lancris Residences Regional Director.
It was a lucky night for the investors as Engr. Jefferson S. Bongat, the President himself took the stage for the opening remarks telling us how they started, the goals and how it's gonna be worth it to invest at Lancris. It was followed by showing us a very heartwarming video made by Lancris entitled Homecoming...

Lancris Residences is located at Better Living Subdivision in Paranaque. We were again presented with reports as to why it is wise to invest in Paranaque. Paranaque is, in fact, one of the best places to stay and to spend the rest of your life with.

The executives also provided us with the Lancris Residences Updates showing us the recent photos of the place which is really enticing. We were able to peek of the developments of the two condominiums in Paranaque. The night ended with two of the investors, one from Cagayan De Oro and another one from Davao, sharing their testimonies of their Lancris Residences experience.

To be honest, though I am at the age and situation where I should think of a good settling down, I never really thought of it until I heard about Lancris Residences. It was heartwarming to know that the president clearly knows how it felt to dream and getting what you've been dreaming of. Glad to be invited to their investors night. I am somehow convinced to invest but.. well in God's perfect time.

As the night ended , I am left with the thought who wouldn't wanna see a better future at Lancris?

First, i'd like to tell you that I am no expert at all when it comes to beauty. Oh I already mentioned that over and over again. But I am at this point where I came to realize that beauty and fashion comes hand in hand. I can't really be fabulous in an outfit when my make up is... as what my mentor said "gusgusin". To be honest, I always prepare for my outfit but never for an #MOTD when going to an event. Good thing people around me forgive me.. or do they? LOL. Anyway, so here I am currently exploring horizons and decided to try out beauty blogging. This can be I think a little interesting because I am very much of a newbie. Ghaad, I don't even know how to put on my lipstick flawlessly! I want you, my readers to join and learn with me, as I also learn things in these fairy tale world of pretty princesses.

Then voila!! BeautyMNL happened. Thanks for being my fairy godmother in saving me of where to get my first newbie beauty haul. I especially asked the experts Julie of www.astoldbyjuz.comand my mare Reese (check her instagram... she's an expert I swear!) of what to get for ugly ducklings like me.

Why did I pick all these? My beauty expert friends said that you can never go wrong with Maybelline! I actually have to check Youtube for the shades because there are so many pretty shades to choose from! I also got the Detail Duo Liner because reviews says it's perfect for noobs.

It was sweet and lovely to have my first makeup shopping at BeautyMNL. Prices are competitive and shipping is fast. Yes, it was my first because those that I have are always given as a gift since I don't have much interest on them before. I picked these items on a friday and never have to wait too long since these babies arrived last tuesday, And did I mention that the packaging is so pretty that it got me all excited like a kid opening a christmas present!!

BeautyMNL is your one stop online shop of everything from makeup, skincare and hair care from different local and international brands.

Wanna get something from BeautyMNL too? Join BeautyMNL's monthly #selfieMNL contest! I'm pretty sure you all love to take a selfie! Get a chance to win a Printster polaroid of your pretty face and a PHP200 BeautyMNL GC. Clickhere for the complete details.

Hurry, check them out now and get everything you need from head to toe fast and all authentic guaranteed!

I've been eyeing on Palawan for an adventure soon and went ahead and do a little research of where to visit. Finally found a perfect spot, Sabang!! Here are few things I found as to why I chose Sabang, Palawan for a family trip!!

Palawan is consistently ranked as one of the best islands in the world. It has great beaches that make for picture-perfect poses, good food, diverse marine life, and a range of accommodation options catering to all kinds of tourists, local and international alike.

Aside from the popular El Nido and Coron, visitors flock to Sabang for the underground river. Most of them stay in the nearby Puerto Princesa, as there are more options there. Others opt to spend a night or two in Sabang. Wherever you choose to stay, make sure to check hotel rates and availabilities first in online booking sites such as Travelokawhere you can find budget hotels aside from getting discounts before flying to Palawan.

While Sabang is best known for the Underground River, it does have other attractions that make it perfect for various kinds of travelers. Here are some travelers that would love Sabang.

Traveling with kids

Sabang is a family-friendly destination thanks to luxury hotels like Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa as well as Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort that offer various activities the whole family can enjoy.

Keep in mind that the beach right in front of the hotels have strong undercurrents and is therefore not safe for small children. They can, however, take a dip in the swimming pools in any of these hotels. Children may also use the playground in Daluyon hotel while teens can take a tour using the ATVs at Sheridan, go on spelunking tours or try the Sabang zipline.

Traveling on a budget

Apart from luxury hotels, Sabang also has a lot of other lodgings that can suit any budget. It is a perfect destination for backpackers who want to stay longer to get the most out of their trip.

Although more modest than their hotel counterparts, these accommodations can offer a more rustic and homier feel without sacrificing safety and security. Additionally, most of the owners will agree to give discounts to travelers who stay longer.

Traveling in search of adventure

If you're more of a thrill-seeker and likes a challenge, Sabang has something for you, too. Adrenaline junkies can enjoy different extreme activities like spelunking, ziplining and rock climbing all offered by Ugong Rock Adventures.

Trekking the Jungle Trail is a feat in itself. And if you're not afraid to get down and dirty, try the ATV tour in the jungle and prepare to be muddied.

Traveling to appreciate nature

Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park is also a protected area by virtue of legislation.

Nature lovers will definitely be delighted by the karst landscape and old growth forests teeming with diverse plant and animal species. Visitors may engage in bird watching and wildlife viewing activities as well as trekking through the Jungle Trail for a more exciting experience.

Traveling to try new dishes

Sabang is much more than a sight to behold. It is a gastronomic treat for foodies as well. A whole day of touring can leave you famished, so head up to Gusto Grill & Resto for a hearty buffet. For P200 per head, enjoy the unlimited serving of classic Filipino cuisine.

If you want a place away from the crowds, visit Hill Mynah Restaurant for a fresh serving of your favorite seafood dishes and more. Finally, for those who want something a little more refined, try Pawikan at Daluyon Beach Resort. This turtle-themed fine dining restaurant has a diverse menu guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.

Traveling to de-stress

Long periods of stress from work and daily life can negatively impact your health. Luckily, Sabang is an excellent place to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the city life. Trek towards the Sabang waterfalls to cleanse the bad energy away. Stop over at the Buddhist temple on your way to the falls to meditate or simply appreciate the tranquility.

Sabang is a place that has something in store for anyone who seeks. Whether you're traveling solo doing the Underground River on your own or with the entire family, everyone is guaranteed to have a great time with all the available activities that this place has to offer.

It was one fun night for everyone who attended the Lazada Roadshow at Cafe Demitasse last October 27. Everyone was even thrilled to see the giant stack of Box of Fun brought to Davao all the way from Manila by the Lazada Roadshow Team.

The Lazada Roadshow was here in Davao to present the annual Lazada Online Revolution. Started in 2012, this month-long celebration of great deals is now the biggest online sale in Southeast Asia! IN 17 categories, the Lazada Online Revolution starts on November 11, it will hold its weekly campaigns namely Beauty Fanatic Week (Nov 14-19), Family Week (Nov 20-24), Techies Week (Nov 29-Dec 2) and Trendsetters Week (Dec. 3-6). Within the days of Online Revolution, Pinoy Cyber Sale will also run from Nov. 25-28. It's like our very own Annual Black Friday ans Cyber Monday Sale in US. Lazada Online Revolution will end in a blast through a 6-Day Mega Sale starting Dec. 6 until Dec. 12.

Lucky to be part of the roadshow, we were given the advantage of knowing in advance some of the deals which will be released on November 11.

And lucky you readers, I will be sharing these deals to you and you might wanna watch out for them!

The highlight of the night was when everyone received their Box of Joy! The box contains different products from Lazada's very generous brand partners such as shampoos, powders, lotions... basically grocery must haves. Just letting you know that Lazada is not just where you grab your phones and computers but it is a one stop shop for couch potatoes or brokenhearted friends who never wanna get up by choice. Wanna hear the best thing? Lazada offers cash on delivery!!! It just makes life much much more of a life... EASY!!

Another treat for the bloggers was when Lazada announced that they will be raffling a 55" Ace LED TV to the bloggers and social media promoters. The bloggers just have to come up with 5 blogposts to qualify. Social media influencers can also join with atleast 3 social media posts about the Online Revolution per week. Aside from the 55" LED TV, they will also be giving out camera drones, hoverboards, headphones and so much more.

Before the night ended, Lazada team raffled some of the things that can be bought online and just when you thought it's over... the night couldn't be even better because I won a hoverboard!! I can't wait to unbox it once it arrives. Anyway guys, watch out for the next batch of awsome deals from Lazada on November 11 on my next post!

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Hey everyone! I always have a thing for short shorts and sneakers. I wanna show you my usual laid back outfit whenever I go somewhere informal like just in the malls or eating out with craaazy friends or lets just say whenever circumstances allows. I wanna show off this favorite pullover I bought online.

I've long loved this pullover because I can pair it to anything! I paired it with an F21 boxer shorts this time to get that very relaxed vibe that I wanna pull off.

Chloe Pullover - OOTD by Joyce Echaves

Boxer Shorts - Forever21

Shoes - Nike Stefan Janoski

Online shopping had been a bad habit for me. I just couldn't stop! But every time I get to mix and match and achieve an outfit that I have on my mind, it is very rewarding! Now I wanna ask... who else is guilty?

Hi fashionistas!! Halloween maybe over but it's Christmas season once again where you attend not just one party. I know most of you are excited to attend your company's Year End Party, your circle's Christmas Party and your Family's Christmas Reunion. But parties are boring without a theme of course. I will be showcasing my self-proclaimed styling talent in a series of blog posts by giving you few outfit ideas that can be perfect for you on your next themed party to attend to.

My first chosen theme is Black And White. I belong to a group called The Mother's Club in facebook and for the first time they are having a grand party. The mothers decided have a Black and White themed party. Unfortunately, I won't be able to go because of schedule conflict, but if I am attending, I'd come in one of these outfits.

Why will I wear this look?

It can be flattering to any body types! Plump or skinny. I'd look sexy 'cause it will hide my unwanted fats. Haha

There. One down.I still have few styles in mind actually but I guess I'll save that for next. I am still thinking of another theme to feature though. Let me know what's your party theme this Christmas and give me a comment, I'd surely love to explore and give you ideas. Speaking of ideas, these, again are just suggestions or inspirations and basically my style. I'm sure you have your own style too. Just always remember, fashion will and always be about comfort.